Court of summary jurisdiction, collection and enforcement of monetary penalties and maintenance orders, Betting, Gaming and Lotteries Licensing.
Persons wishing to contact a Justice of the Peace in connection with an application should contact the Magistrates' Court Office.
Magistrates' courts are a key part of the criminal justice system and 97% of cases are completed there. In addition magistrates' courts deal with many civil cases e.g. anti-social behaviour, public health and are responsible for the enforcement of fines and community punishments. Where cases required a penalty greater than magistrates’ sentencing powers, cases will be sent to the Crown Court
